25 Mai 1922 Jahr - Non-disclosure of Lenin's Testament

Beschreibung:

- Lenin’s testament contained condemning details of:Stalin→ “too rude”, “incapable of using his authority well”Trotsky→ “most capable” “excessive self-assurance”- Lenin’s testament was read out at a meeting of the Central Committee, where Lenin’s potential successors were present.- Party agreed that the Testament was not to be made public as all were criticised- ignore Lenin’s warning.

Stalin retained his position as Secretary-General → used this position to put more supporters in the Central Committee → outvote and remove Trotsky during party election → no more rivals → Stalin most powerful